Serving 89 students in grades 5-8, First Branch Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
First Branch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
First Branch Middle School's student population of 89 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
89 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
First Branch Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of First Branch Middle School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
n/a
3%
White
99%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Branch Middle School's ranking?
First Branch Middle School is ranked #105 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend First Branch Middle School?
89 students attend First Branch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of First Branch Middle School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of First Branch Middle School?
First Branch Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does First Branch Middle School offer ?
First Branch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is First Branch Middle School part of?
First Branch Middle School is part of First Branch Unified School District #82.
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